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"Within yoga, we can find support, camaraderie, healing, joy, and peace."

Kelly Keller, PRY Retreat Attendee

Attendees are women breast cancer survivors in every shape, size and age. Some are more newly diagnosed and others have been thriving for decades. Some are very active in yoga, and others are beginners. Many are local to North Carolina, but we've had women join us from around the globe. Everyone is welcome!

During this four-day retreat, a gifted group of teachers will lead you through a gentle yoga program that includes pranayamas, restorative poses, traditional hatha classes and meditation. Everyone is able to participate, from those of us who have never experienced yoga, to those who practice yoga on a consistent basis. In addition to the yoga instruction, therapists of different modalities will be on site to offer expressive arts and individual counseling.

Retreat Location:

https://blueridgeassembly.org/

84 Blue Ridge Circle, Black Mountain, NC 28711

The YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina. They are a provider of, and platform for, life-long learning and connection.

Registration:

Click to REGISTER.

Retreat Cost:

The cost of this retreat is $450. Thanks to our donors, we are not only able to lower the total cost of the retreat, but also offer scholarships. To inquire about scholarships, call 919-684-4997 or email cancersupport@duke.edu.

Schedule for 2025: CHECK BACK LATER FOR ADDITIONAL UPDATES. 

THURSDAY, August 14 

3:00 - 5:30pm      Pink Ribbon Yoga Registration
6:00 - 7:00pm      Dinner
7:00 - 8:30pm      Opening Circle (Attendance Required) 
8:30 - until           Social 

FRIDAY, August 15 

7:00  -  8:00am     Pink Ribbon Yoga (gentle)
8:00  -  9:00am     Breakfast
10:00 - 12:00pm   Yoga Off the Mat Workshop
12:30 - 1:30pm     Lunch
2:00  -  3:00pm     Chair Yoga
3:15  -  4:15pm     Pink Ribbon Yoga (gentle)
4:30  -  5:15pm     Mind-Body Approaches to Coping with Cancer
6:00  -  7:00pm     Dinner
7:30  -  9:00pm     Bon Fire Social

SATURDAY, August 16 

7:00  -  8:00am     Pink Ribbon Yoga (gentle)
8:00  -  9:00am     Breakfast
10:00 - 12:00pm   Yoga Off the Mat Workshop
12:30 - 1:30pm     Lunch
2:00  -  3:00pm     Chair Yoga
3:15  -  4:15pm     Pink Ribbon Yoga (gentle)
4:30  -  5:15pm     Sexual Health and Intimacy: Ask the Expert
6:00  -  7:00pm     Dinner
7:30  -  9:00pm     Yoga Dance

SUNDAY, August 17 

11:00am               Deadline for Hotel Checkout
7:00  -  8:00am     Pink Ribbon Yoga
8:00  -  9:00am     Breakfast
10:30  -  12pm      Closing Circle
12:30 - 1:30pm     Lunch

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Schedule Descriptions:

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Opening Circle:
This is an orientation for the Pink Ribbon Yoga Retreat where you will be introduced to the Pink Ribbon Yoga group. Our intentions for this restorative retreat will be shared. This portion will be led by Jean Costa, MSW, RYT, Certified Spiritual Counselor.

 

Yoga Instructor Dr. Robin Tiger

Pink Ribbon Yoga Class:
Robyn Tiger, MD, DipABLM, is a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine, and a trauma-informed mind-body expert. As the founder of StressFreeMD, she combines her expertise in medicine, yoga therapy, meditation, and life coaching to teach a holistic approach to stress relief, enhancing both lifespan and healthspan. She passionately believes that “age is not a cage” and is dedicated to helping others become their healthiest, happiest, and most fulfilled selves.

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Bonfire Social:
What better way to unwind than sitting beside a fire, watching the sunset, while cooking smores. We hope this time will be filled with making new memories and building lasting bonds with new and old friends.


Kat Cays


Yoga Off the Mat:
Through focusing, creative art making, and journaling, art therapist Kathrine Cays will invite participants to recognize and connect with their inner power and healing life energy in the natural living world. Participants will be encouraged to explore paths of gratitude and love. No prior artmaking experience is required.

 

Meditation


 Meditation:
Science has proven that regular meditation can have powerful long-lasting effects. Meditation helps to activate our rest-and-digest system and begin the process of ushering our body back to a more natural and calm state. Our body begins to heal and grows stronger and more resilient. You feel more balanced and comfortable in your skin.

 

Yoga Dance


Yoga Dance:
Dance is the hidden language of the soul.  Whether you love dancing in secret or in public, whether you are a hip-hop lover or a Tap-dance enthusiast, you've been exposed to the joy of dancing and know how satisfying it is. By incorporating yoga, you will take your dancing experience to a whole new level of passion and expression.

 

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Closing Circle:

Jean Costa, MSW, RYT, Certified Spiritual Counselor, will host Pink Ribbon Yoga retreat attendees as they come together for a closing circle ceremony to reflect on the retreat experience together.